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Furniture
Without a doubt, the best part of a home
make-over project is looking for furniture and accent pieces, wall
decorations and artwork. While our area has an enormous number of
home-furnishing stores with every style imaginable, these are some
popular places where you can enjoy leisurely shopping and great service.
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Historic Downtown Wilmington
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Carolina Furniture
315 Red Cross St., Wilmington
(910) 762-4452
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This family-owned business has been a Wilmington
landmark since 1922 and is the only full-service furniture store in the
downtown area. It offers home furnishings for every room in the house, most
major household appliances, TVs and DVDs, stereos and more. The store takes
pride in offering its customers reasonable, everyday prices and an
affordable in-store financing plan. Customer parking, a plus in downtown
Wilmington, is available.
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Hammett Design+Build LLC.
1308 S. Fifth St., Wilmington
(910) 232-9677
www.hammettdesignbuild.com |
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For something beautifully unique in home
furnishings, Hammett DESIGN/BUILD is a must see. You won't find rows of
sameness here. Designer/craftsman Joseph Hammett creates each piece with
loving care, from delicate side tables to custom built-in cabinets. His
contemporary, free-standing designs echo the furniture trends of the past
with modern imagination. Joseph
trained as a traditional furniture maker in the mountains of western North
Carolina, then moved to New York City where he completed a degree in
Industrial Design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn. He perfected his craft at
Fisher Furniture, a top producer of custom furniture specializing in art
deco and federal reproductions. His work has been featured in numerous
well-known design shows and publications, as well as in a nationally aired
Macy’s commercial. In 2004 Joseph moved to Wilmington. He continues to
design and build furniture as well as custom cabinetry for libraries, bars
and interiors and is happy to discuss your individual home-furnishing needs.
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Midtown
Wilmington |
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Oleander Drive Area |
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The Leather Emporium
5739 Oleander Dr., Wilmington
(910) 452-9222 |
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There's nothing quite like the look and feel of
real leather. At Leather Emporium, you can look and feel to your heart's
content. In their "non-commission sales" atmosphere, you can take your time
to browse through their 4,500-square-foot showroom of high-end,
contemporary-designed leather sofas, chairs and more. The look is very
European, and you'll find names like Decoro, Spagnesi, Fjords and American
Leather. Family-owned and operated, Leather Emporium offers full-service
home-furnishing solutions and the largest leather selection in the area. |
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University Area |
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Rose Bros. Furniture
421 S. College Rd., Wilmington
(910) 791-1110
5128 Oleander Rd., Wilmington
(910) 791-3471 |
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Since 1953, family-owned Rose Bros. Furniture
has been a Wilmington institution. Here you can find quality home
furnishings, fine bedding and accessories at affordable prices, with such
name brands as Ashley, Broyhill, Bassett, La-Z Boy, Sealy Posturepedic,
Stearns & Foster and Simmons Beautyrest. Hallmarks of Rose Bros. Furniture
are exceptional customer service, knowledgeable staff, flexible financing
and professional decorating support. |
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South College Road and Monkey
Junction Area |
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Ashley Furniture Homestore
5309 #3 Carolina Beach Rd., Wilmington
(910) 452-1324
www.ashleyhomestores.com |
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Established in 1945, Ashley Furniture
Industries, Inc. is the largest home-furniture manufacturer in the United
States and the number one selling brand of home furniture in North America.
At Ashley Furniture Homestore you'll find Ashley Furniture's
exclusive lines for bedroom, dining room and casual dining, as well as
upholstery, motion upholstery, leather, leather match, occasional tables,
entertainment centers, home office, youth bedroom, recliners, curios,
mattresses and accessories. You're welcome to come in and browse, and the
friendly staff are always happy to answer your questions. What's more, they
offer great prices on furniture as well as flexible payment deals, in-store
financing, design help and more. Ashley Furniture Homestore is centrally
located at the corner of Carolina Beach Road and S. College Road. Store
hours are Monday through Friday 10 AM to 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 6 PM, and
Sunday noon to 6 PM.
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Master Craftsmen Services,
Inc.
100 Heathcliff Rd., Unit A, Wilmington
(910) 793-5945
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“Wood and woodworking are a passion for me,”
admits Ed Mayorga, a long-time resident of Wilmington. Whether the project
is reproducing an eighteenth-century piece of furniture, or the restoration
of an ornate, carved gilded mirror, Ed uses his intuitive understanding of
the power and beauty of wood to coax the desired finished product. The fact
that his father was a renowned cabinet maker helped instill his skill of
mind and hand. Master Craftsmen Services, Inc. is well known as the place to
restore cherished pieces, particularly those damaged by fire or water.
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Military Cutoff Road Area |
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Blue Hand Home
The Forum, 1125 Military Cutoff Rd., Wilmington
(910) 509-0088 |
This delightfully eclectic store's theme is "casual,
chic and uncomplicated luxury." You're bound to find irresistible choices in
furniture, including armoires, beds, dining rooms and
original and reproduction pieces inspired by old
world craftsmanship. Upholstered
furniture is clad in rich chenille, damask, linens or leather. Make decorating a delight with cashmere throws, stylish
lighting, scented Votivo candles and more. Professional interior design services, from
blueprint to complete decoration, are available.
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Norwalk Furniture and Design
Village at Mayfaire, Wilmington
(910) 256-7919
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Looking for something fresh and new in
home furnishings? The design experts at Norwalk Furniture and
Design will help you create custom furniture and decor that suits
your personal style. This family-owned and operated company offers
design solutions and custom, upholstered furniture made to your
specifications. Their professional design team offers personalized
service. They'll even come to your home and measure, draw floor
plans and help you blend your new furniture and accessories with
those you already have. You'll get exactly what you want. With more
than 1,000 fabrics and 100 furniture styles to choose from, it's
easy to find just the right combination to suit your style. Once
you've made your selections, your furniture will be custom-made to
your order and delivered to your home in 35 days. Norwalk has been
making custom upholstered furniture since 1902. Now they've teamed
with designer Candice Olson for some "divine designs." This
trend-setting store is the only one of its kind in Wilmington and
well worth a visit. |
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Market Street Area |
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The Ivy Cottage
3020, 3030 & 3100 Market St., Wilmington
(910) 815-0907
www.threecottages.com |
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The Ivy Cottage is Wilmington's premiere
furniture and home accessory consignment shop, consisting of four
buildings with more than 25,000 square feet in all. Each of the
buildings is filled to overflowing with antiques, classic furniture,
china, crystal, silver, oriental carpets and fine jewelry. There are
also two large garden areas with outdoor furniture, fountains,
planters, fencing, gazebos and wrought-iron decorative pieces.
Hundreds of new items arrive daily, and you'll probably never see
the same thing twice. Shopping at The Ivy Cottage is like going on
a wonderful treasure hunt. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10
AM to 6 PM and Sunday from 1 to 5 PM. Call for winter hours.
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The Furniture Company
7330 Market St., Wilmington
(910) 681-0650
www.thefurniturecompany.net |
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Looking for a place where you can go and
browse and not feel pressured? The Furniture Company is that place.
Family-owned and operated, it offers a full line of upper-middle to
high-end furnishings in a "non-commission sales" atmosphere. With 20,000
square feet of showroom, an on-site warehouse and in-house interior
designers, The Furniture Company also offers a large Kincaid Gallery and
a Bassett Design Center. From custom upholstery to solid-wood bedrooms
and dining rooms, The Furniture Company can help you design and furnish
one room or a whole house. For the largest selection of contemporary
leather furniture in the area, stop by their other store, The Leather
Emporium on Oleander Drive.
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The
Master's Touch
Dutch Square Industrial Park,
300 Old Dairy Rd., Wilmington
(910) 799-4545
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Serving the Wilmington area's furniture needs
since 1978, The Master's Touch showroom, open Monday through Friday,
features fine furniture from original antiques to reproduction and
contemporary pieces. They are especially noted for repair and beautiful
restoration services of elegant originals to simple sentimental pieces.
Winning the title of "Top 125 Craftsmen in North America" by Fine
Woodworking magazine and featured in the March 2005 issue of
Southern Living magazine, The Master's Touch is now well known for
specialty carving and original designs of American art pieces being
considered for the White House. Featured in the Raleigh News &
Observer, their hand-carved duck, turkey and goose calls are truly
works of art and are carved from a variety of hardwoods. They can be
custom-designed to feature the image of a hunter's favorite dog or the
hunter's initials. Collectible boxes for displaying these unique
masterpieces are also available.
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Pottery Plus
5744 Market St., Wilmington
(910) 791-7522
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Pottery Plus is a great place to shop for
outdoor, all-weather wicker furniture. They carry an extensive line
of four-piece dining sets, four-piece seating sets and much more in
white, black and antique. They also have lots of garden decor items.
With 2 acres of bargains, you won't want to miss anything. Be sure to
check inside for furniture accent pieces for your home interior.
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Tango Furniture Direct
11 S. Kerr Ave., Wilmington
(910) 791-8484
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At Tango Furniture Direct, you won't find a
stuffy building or commissioned sales people looking to sell you a
showroom of cookie-cutter furniture. What you will find is a wide array
of furniture at low prices and an atmosphere designed to be
unpretentious. That's because unlike most furniture stores, Tango buys
its furniture directly from the factories. By cutting out the middleman
distributors, Tango can offer its wares at unbeatable prices. The
store's owners have 20 years of experience as innovators in furniture
importing, allowing you to buy direct and save.
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Brunswick County
Beaches and Vicinity
Southport |
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Mangoes
619C N. Howe St., Southport
(910) 454-8000 |
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Step into a tropical paradise right in downtown
Southport. You will find
beautifully hand-crafted furniture of mahogany and cane with a relaxed, West
Indies feel included in the line
carried by this exotic shop. Holley Rogers, shop owner, imports much of her
merchandise from Egypt, India and Honduras and
blends the furniture with exquisite gifts and accessories. Lamps, paintings,
bookends and more, featuring monkeys, palm trees and even camels await you.
The staff is available to visit your home and help you with decorating
ideas.
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Inland
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Shallotte
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Thee Furniture Warehouse
3680 Express Dr., U.S. Hwy. 17, Shallotte
(910) 755-7283
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With more than 45,000 square feet of inventory,
Thee Furniture Warehouse is billed as "the East Coast's Largest Discounted
Showroom." Here you will find home furnishing products by Acacia Home and
Garden, Broyhill, High Point Furniture Industries, Pennsylvania House,
UWHARRIE Chair, Lane Furniture and Sunbrella, to name just a few, at
everyday discounts of 30 to 50 percent off in stock items. You can also
purchase Miresco Decorative Rugs through this store.
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Wicker Imports
2763 Ocean Hwy. W, Shallotte
(910) 754-4404
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Despite its name, this 20,000-square-foot store
is not only about wicker. Yes, you will find indoor and outdoor wicker
furniture and accessories. You will also find upholstered pieces, bedroom
furniture, metal furniture, lamps, gifts and prints. Braxton Culler, Rantana,
New River and Palm Springs are some of the brand-name pieces available. The
staff is ready to spend time with you and help you choose fabrics and
accessories — whatever it takes to pull your desired look together — if you
so desire. They will schedule in-home consultations and free delivery and
they offer free gift wrapping. |
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